Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT
Spinning
51.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €39.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.06/200

Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings14
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €809.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Laguna LT and Shimano 19 Stella?
Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X
- With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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